Formic Acid for Dye Vat Neutralization from Japan
90% formic acid for pH control in reactive dye baths, classified HTS 2915.11.00.00 as saturated monocarboxylic acid. Critical for color fixation on cellulosic fibers in textile wet processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document dye class compatibility (reactive/direct); prevents 3204 confusion
• Monitor iron content (<10ppm) for dye bath purity requirements